L is for Lamb Shanks

Seek the comfort of rich Indian cuisine. But instead of your go-to Butter Chicken, why not try traditional lamb shanks? Slow-cooked and seasoned with almonds and saffron, this delicate meat will truly melt in your mouth.

Method

1 - For the lamb: Preheat the oven to 150°C (130° fan) | 300F | gas 2.
2 - Heat the oil with the butter in a large, ovenproof sauté pan set over a moderate heat until hot. Season the shanks with plenty of salt and pepper before browning in the pan.
3 - Remove the shanks from the pan when browned all over. Reduce the heat slightly before adding the onion, garlic, ginger, and a pinch of salt.
4 - Stir well and sweat for about 5 minutes. Stir in the spices and cook for a further minute or so until aromatic.
5 - Return the shanks to the pan on their sides. Cover with the stock and bring to the boil.
6 - Once boiling, cover the pan with aluminium foil and transfer to the oven.
7 - Braise for about 2.5-3 hours until the meat is coming away from the bone; turn them over after 2 hours, discarding the foil at the same time, and stirring in the chopped coriander. Top the lamb with the almonds and saffron.
8 - When ready, remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes, covered loosely with aluminium foil.
9 - To serve: Serve the shanks with cooked rice garnish with crispy onions, and some poppadoms on the side.

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